Reviewer: rosalynwalters1, 45-54 Female on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient)

Effectiveness

Current Rating: 5

Ease of Use

Current Rating: 5

Satisfaction

Current Rating: 5

Comment: I take this drug (50mg) on an "as needed" basis and it has worked beautifully! I also like it because it is non-habit forming! Always a plus! I always make sure that I have them handy, at the lake, at home, in my car and at the office.

Comment:I take this drug (50mg) on an "as needed" basis and it has worked beautifully! I also like it because it is non-habit forming! Always a plus! I always make sure that I have them handy, at the lake, at home, in my car and at the office.Hide Full Comment

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Comment: Vistaril seems to only make me feel sleepy for about 20 minutes, then I am back where I was before. I have been taking it for about 4 months now and am having to find other ways to deal with my anxiety. I was on Klonopins for two years, then I got another primary care physician and she didn't want me to be on those. They worked just fine.
When I take the medication, the following side ef
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Comment:Vistaril seems to only make me feel sleepy for about 20 minutes, then I am back where I was before. I have been taking it for about 4 months now and am having to find other ways to deal with my anxiety. I was on Klonopins for two years, then I got another primary care physician and she didn't want me to be on those. They worked just fine.
When I take the medication, the following side effects are extremely prevalent: Itching, Head Pain, Throat Dryness, Excessive Sweating, and my throat feels like it is about to close.
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